Understanding Car Hire Services in Uganda

Before you think of a safari in Uganda, you have to think about which car to help you get to that dream destination. And that said, in order for you to get one, it means you have to do some research work on which reputable agency like Uganda Car Rental to deal with. However, with many car hire companies that have come up to offer the same services, it becomes very challenging for one to make a choice. To help you get your dream car, we are that one trust worthy car Rental Company in Uganda that you need to deal with. Our fleets range from sedan cars to coaster buses and this means all your travel needs are covered. Find out our fleets online and see which one fits you as well as our offers that include among others;

Self-drive tours

Today, self-drive tours has become a few most sought after travel experience. With self-drive, you have a great opportunity to adventure to new destinations with unique tourist attractions. You become a manager of your trip and a chance to enjoy variety of attractions at your own pace. Get out of the usual and try out something adventures. Amazingly, our self-drive car rentals do come with comprehensive insurance and they are good mechanical conditions and it is your opportunity to hit the road. For your road trip, you need a passport, national ID, a valid driving permit and above all make sure that you complete your booking process prior the actual travel date.

Wedding car hire offers

Apart from wildlife safaris, we also make sure that you have the best of your special day. Usually, when it comes to wedding parties, many find it challenging to find that dream car to take a ride or transport members. For any plans to wed and you are wondering how you will connect to and fro the reception and venue, our exceptional fleet of car rentals have you sorted while you sit back relaxed. Our bridal car rentals range from luxurious limousines, land cruisers, vintage cars, Mercedes to range rovers. Our bridal cars are pocket friendly and regardless of your economic status, we have something for everyone. Simply contact us and book for your dream car in advance and wait for that special day and lifetime memories.

Airport transfers

Planning to take a flight to Uganda and wondering how you can connect to hotel or destination of your choice? There is nothing as hurting as landing at Entebbe International Airport and you become. Worry not about how best you can connect ton your hotel today because we are readily available to drive you comfortably from the airport to your hotel for a night stay or straight to destination of your choice. Our airport transfer services are within your wallet and we have variety of car rentals so you have opportunity to choose the best. Our fleet of cars include limousine, land cruisers, saloon cars, Rav4s, super customs and many more. The transfer costs cover the driver, vehicle and fuel.

Guided safaris

For those of you who may not be well versed with Uganda’s and Rwanda’s roads and nature, the best option is for you to set off on guided tour. Our car rental services can be hired both car and professional driver and you will have exceptional experiences in your dream destination. We have professional, experienced, knowledgeable and warm welcoming to take you to any part of Uganda and Rwanda. Besides, safety of clients is always our priority and so we give the best.

Safari packages

For any plans to tour Uganda, we are readily available to help you make an ultimate safari holiday that suits within your travel means and budget. We can also help you book that dream and comfortable hotel or safari lodge. Simply contact us and we shall be of great help.

Camping gear

If you wish you to take part in something adventurous and get in touch with nature, our camping gear are the best for you. Our camping gear include sleeping bags, gas cooker, camping mattress, kitchen ware and waterproof tents among others.

Long term car hire

For any plans to embark on long stay in Uganda, the option of long term car rentals in Uganda can be the best option for you to make. This car hire service comes with discounts and other offers that you may not find in short term car rental. Our prices are pocket friendly and cover costs for driver, car servicing and maintenance. It is important to contact one of the car rental agencies listed here for car lease or long rentals.

Driver hire

Perhaps you have a car or plan to rent one for a road trip and you need someone to always to drive you around, simply connect with us and we shall get you one of our professional and experienced and punctual drivers.

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Why Uganda Is Still The Best Place To Go Gorilla Trekking

In the tropical rainforests of central Africa and East Africa in the countries of Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda and Uganda is where one can find the critically endangered mountain gorillas. Gorilla trekking tours are one of the most selling and expensive tours in these countries but still thousands of tours flow in Uganda, Rwanda and D. R. Congo for gorilla tracking.

Mountain gorillas are very rare, fascinating primates and their conservation status has put them in lime light that every traveler to Africa has developed a feeling of interacting with these gentle giants in their natural habitats. However despite being threatened, the recent release from the last gorilla census show that they have increased in number up to 1000 individuals.

Of the three countries, Uganda is the best country for tracking the mountain gorillas and they can be found in Mgahinga National Park, which is part of the Virunga Ranges, and in the hilly areas of Bwindi Impenetrable national park in Southwestern Uganda.

Uganda gives the best advantage for gorilla tracking and these are the reasons as to why:

Uganda’s national parks that have gorillas provide the best experience of tracking gorillas not only because of the numbers of families but also because of what it takes to get to the gorillas. The hikes in these parks make the activity more adventurous. The challenging terrains of the parks that shelter gorillas require hard work if one is to reach the gorillas through walking (Hiking) on foot inside the jungle but at the end it is rewarding.

Security wise, Uganda is a free, friendly and safe country. This makes it a more secure place for gorilla tracking where you can view the gorillas in a serene surrounding compared to Democratic Republic of Congo, which is not usually recommended because of political instabilities and insecurity.

Uganda has half of the remaining mountain Gorillas in the world. About 500 individuals are found in Uganda’s Bwindi impenetrable national park and Mgahinga national park. The rest are shared by Rwanda and Congo but Congo has the least numbers. This makes Uganda a great option for gorilla tracking as it will be quick and easy to locate the mountain gorillas due to high numbers despite the challenging terrain of the national parks but they are experiential and ultimate.

Tracking gorillas in Uganda is cheaper compared to Rwanda. In 2017, Rwanda Development Board doubled the price of a gorilla trekking permit to 1500 US dollars which is almost three times the price of a gorilla permit in Uganda which is at 600 US dollars. D.R. Congo remains the cheapest option where a gorilla permit goes for 400$, however due to insecurity it is not highly recommended for gorilla trekking tours.

The gorilla habituation experience that is only offered in Uganda gives you another option to spend more time and study at least the behaviors of these gentle giants. Unlike the one hour gorilla tracking experience, visitors can spend four hours with the gorilla family after winning their trust and the experience that is not for mass people where only four individuals are allowed to go for this experience each day with a knowledgeable and experienced ranger guide.

Trek through the lush and ecologically rich rainforests of Uganda and enjoy the experience with these creatures. The reward of seeing these gentle giants more than makes up for the effort of reaching them. Uganda will offer a guarantee to see the gorillas up-close and in a relaxed mood.

 

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Garuga Lake Resort: A Perfect Family Getaway

From the scenic view of Lake Victoria, beautiful green gardens to honeymoon cottages and boat rides, Country Lake Resort, Garuga is a perfect getaway. Before you opt for a holiday destination abroad, look at Country Lake Resort-Garuga. It may be just what you were looking for the perfect holiday.

Often times, when people want to go away for a holiday or vacation, they think of destinations out of Uganda, which is all well and good. However, there are a number of local destinations worth trying around the country and they will surely make a memorable get-away experience.

Country Lake resort-Garuga is one of those places. It boasts of good hospitality, but most especially its natural green. It is a walk into and through a mini jungle of various floras. The neat constructed pathways that lead you to this eye-catching expanse are artistically marked by well-trimmed flowers and green as well as palm trees that run along the footpaths.

And the beauty extends to the spacious and well-combed gardens in which statues stand both in concrete and metal, beautiful fabrications that depict nature in still form- of gorillas, crested cranes, man et cetera.

This hideaway of sorts is located approximately 25km in Garuga from Kampala. There is a 6.5km stretch off the Kampala-Entebbe highway and there is an imposing signpost that directs you to branch off and more signposts to lead you to the place.

If you’re using public means from Kampala, you can use a taxi going to Entebbe from the old taxi park and ask to get off at Kitala stage and then get onto a boda boda to the resort.

Alternatively you can board a taxi from Kampala to Gerenge Landing site and ask to be dropped off at Bulega Trading Centre. There are signposts which lead you to the resort which is 400m from this trading centre.

It is a bumpy ride on the murram from the main road and sometimes dusty especially during the dry season. But it is worth the effort. The resort offers a get-away from nagging road users, hooting cars and generally the hustle and bustle of busy towns and cities.

What makes it even more beautiful is that it is located on the shores of Lake Victoria. At sunset, residents who wish to fish go out to the fisherman’s rock that has a barrier to ensure the careless or little ones don’t end up in the water against their will.

Those who wish to go boat riding can do so at the beach side aptly marked. There is actually a path that leads into the shallower end of Africa’s largest fresh water body.

Lake Victoria’s serenity is more pronounced at night, providing a favorable environment for you to enjoy your drink, muchomo or tea or coffee as you chat with friends or simply relax.

If you prefer a warm evening by the lake then bonfires are lit on request at twilight. Otherwise a loud night out is on offering especially for those on a corporate retreat who might want to shake their bones.

There is also a disco that goes on into the wee hours of the night without necessarily inconveniencing other residents who might prefer a more quiet night.

If you choose to make your get-away a family affair, then the little ones won’t be left out.

There is a children’s play area to keep their adrenaline rushing. For the sports lover or for team building, volleyball and photo shoots will save the day respectively. Otherwise bird watching and taking forest walks can be equally interesting.

Honeymooners are catered for with themed cottages to make their stay worthwhile. They are fully furnished and detached.

On the whole most cottages are self-contained though differently priced depending on amenities and how long one would like to stay. “We do offer 10 per cent discount for those who intend to stay for at least three days and for those who intend to stay for at least five days we offer 20 per cent discount,” Angella Aluoch, Country Lake Resort’s Operations Manager says.

A number of the cottages will allow you to wake up to the beauty of the peaceful lake and an eagle’s view from the resort’s pier. Management can organize for an early morning warm-up session that starts with jogging at around 6a.m. There is a swimming pool too.

There is a good amount of lounging space at Country Lake resort with an ambience suited for recreation and piped music softy filters through at different points of the thatched shelters. it might not matter that you earn less than your dream salary. It is all about pre-planning and setting priorities where you can allow yourself time off and make it worthwhile, say for your annual leave. Go out and explore.

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How To Become A Pro Traveler With Car Rental Uganda

Uganda safaris do not entirely mean chilling and relaxing, but to explore the destination in depth and at the end of day you are thrilled by wilderness experiences. And to make this a success, a car rental in Uganda is preferably the best option for anyone intending to visit this incredible destination. For your safaris, we have wide range of car hire and our visitors are presented with options to make their best choice that suits within their travel needs in the destination. They range from 4 wheel safari cars, corporate, coasters, minivans, to wedding cars. Depending on what your interests are, you can rent a car plus a drive or simply embark on purely self drive adventure.

To be a pro traveler in Uganda, we have provided some of the tips and we believe that they guide you enjoy your safari.

Get off the usual environment

While there are many transportation means in Uganda, most of these may not take up to the deep areas where tourist attractions are located especially the public transportation like taxis or buses which usually stop in big towns. Most of national parks in Uganda are situated in remotest areas which public buses and taxis do not reach and the best option is hiring that comfortable and reliable safari car that can help you navigate through all kinds of roads despite the season.

Whereas getting lost is at times part of visitor experience in a new destination, you will need to have a GPS to help you find directions otherwise things can become more challenging as you get deeper and deeper to remotest and unknown places.

You will need picnic lunch, note that not all destinations in Uganda provide food along the way meaning you will need to pack some a picnic lunch for your Uganda road trip. There are so many local products for you to pack in your car and you won’t stay hungry while on your self drive otherwise you will yarn throughout the journey and things can turn to be boring.

Take as many photos as you can. A trip without photos isn’t nice and offers no evidence that you went for vacation meaning you will need a better camera for you shoot incredible photos that you will leave a memory in you and also amaze your friends and relatives back home.

Be time conscious. To maximize your experience in the destination, you have to be patient enough and you will be amazed by remarkable views of distinct wildlife species. This means that you have to be at the visitor center or your tourist site earlier enough.

Observe the travel tips, Uganda trips aren’t only viewing wildlife but also for you to get in touch with local residents in adjacent communities at the park and your experience will entirely be amazing. And to have exciting safari, you have to observe the travel tips other travelers offer. You may not be the first person to travel to the same destination meaning the advice from the previous travelers is very vital if you are to also enjoy your holiday in Africa. This requires you to have enough time to search for the most thrilling experiences to engage while on safari.

The best way to realize all this is basically by undertaking a trip using your own ride or alternatively by taking a self drive tour that offers flexible safaris and you have opportunity to do things at your own pace unlike guided safaris where there can be differences in travel interest and hence limiting you from realizing your dreams.

Be spontaneous, while on safari in Uganda whether you have limited time or not, you will need to hire that perfect car that offers you flexible and comfortable adventures and at the end of the day, you would have realized your dreams.

In conclusion, to be a pro traveler while on Uganda road trip, the above tips have to be followed and you will be thrilled by incredible experiences in the wilderness. To be on safer side, you have to rent that perfect car that will offer you total comfort and relaxation while on safari in destination of your choice.

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Tips For Traveling In Uganda By Car

Is Uganda your dream destination? Are you planning to use a car while on safari in Uganda? Do you some of the things to follow while traveling by car in Uganda? There are several ways in which visitors travel in Uganda. Most tourists prefer traveling by safari cars whether on self drive or guided tours up to the national parks or other interesting areas. While on the way to areas of interest, there are many incidences that come and need to be avoided. To be on safer part, below are some of the tips that you need to take note of while traveling in Uganda by car.

Prior driving a car in Uganda, it is advisable that you do some safety check. Life is very precious and we do not wish you to come and at the end return with injuries, which is why you need to cross check if the car you are to use will take you safely to and from the destination of your choice.

Turn on the lights and walk around the car to make that all the lights are perfectly working and that they are in better condition. Some of the national parks in Uganda are far from Kampala city centre and there are chances that you can reach late especially if you set late from the city centre for instance Kidepo Valley National Park, Bwindi and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. While driving, make sure that the headlights are on because a vehicle is seen for about four times the distance with its headlights on even during daytime hours.

Check if the blinkers are really in better conditions.

Make sure that there are no cases of fluid leaks or things hanging from the car to be used while on safari in Uganda.

Cross check if the tyres are in a better condition and if they are inflated. It hurts getting to the road and after some distance the tyres start disturbing. In most cases, a spare tyre is worthy having while traveling in Uganda and for longer distances and many days, at least have two spare tyres.

Once you get into vehicle, make sure that all the mirrors and seats have been adjusted prior fixing the key in the ignition. To adjust the left mirror well, make sure that your head is against the left window and adjust the mirror such that you can view the left part of the vehicle. The right mirror, can be adjusted by moving your head towards the centre of the car and adjust the right mirror in the same way. When you are sitting well in the driver’s seat, you won’t be in position to view the car well but your blind spots will be highly minimized.

You are encouraged to always put on your seat belts. This can save you in one way or another. Take note that if you do not have seat belts, it is a traffic offence.

If you are parking at the stop sign, make sure that you feel the car rock backward and spell STOP to yourself prior continuing.

Make sure that you turn your to see the left and then right, straight ahead and then left once again prior continuing.

While you are at traffic lights in Uganda, once a light changes green, look left, then right straight ahead then left again prior continuing through the light. Make sure that all cars and that there is no one else who is going to run the light.

Maintain the eye movement and see what is happening on the sides of the road and check behind you through your mirrors each 6 to 8 seconds.

If you are driving on a two road which permits parking on the right, remain at the centre line to give space in case someone else is to open their door to exit their cars in front of yours. In case there is no parking space on the road side, position the vehicle towards the right to give more space between you and on coming traffic.

While traveling in Uganda, you need to expect that other drivers are bound to make mistakes and think what you would do in case it happens. Be prepared to react in case it doesn’t stop. Do not cause accidents on purpose even if a pedestrian or another car fails to give you way.

A rear facing baby seat must not be fitted into a seat protected by an active frontal airbag as in a crash it can result into severe injuries or even death to the child.

Avoid driving when you are tired as this brings higher risks of collision. Make sure that you are fit to drive or else give the colleague to also take over. A minimum break of about a quarter hour after each 2 hours’ drive is allowed in case you become sleepy stop in a safer area and give yourself a rest.

Take note of your vision. You should be in position to read a car number plate in daylight at a distance of about 20 meters. In case you need to put on glasses to help you on this, make sure that you put on them at al times while traveling in Uganda.

In conclusion, with the above tips, we believe that your self drive safari in Uganda will be successful. For self drive safaris or guided tours in Uganda, simply contact our trusted Car Hire Company and we shall be of great help to you.

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Where To Stay On a Uganda Safari

Are you planning your safari in Uganda? Wondering where to stay? Ultimate safaris in Uganda come with exceptional safari lodges and accommodation facilities for visitor stay in the destination! With wide range of accommodations in most of the national parks in Uganda, visitors on their African safari in this country have more options choose from.

Because Uganda safaris are largely conducted in the parks and other tourism areas, below are some of the safari lodges and accommodation facilities for you to stay in.

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

If you are traveling for gorilla trekking or any activity in this park you can stay in either luxury or budget safari lodge which include the following;

Luxury safari lodges include the following

Buhoma Lodge

Buhoma Lodge is an up market facility in Northern part of the park-Buhoma area, and it comes with elevated lounge area, solar power, bar, fire place, mosquito proof rooms, gravity fed water supply, dining facilities, Wi-Fi, recharging facilities with UK square 3 pin plugs 240v in the central area.

Chameleon Hill Lodge

Chameleon Hill Lodge is located on the shores of Lake Mutanda offering views of the Lake and the Virunga Mountains as well as the Bwindi National Park. For tourists tracking gorillas in the southern sector-Rushaga and Nkuringo this is the best place for you. It comes with 10 private cottages with distinct colors that feature the background. Its restaurant takes 20 people, five twin rooms.

Clouds Mount Gorilla Lodge

This lodge is situated in Nkuringo sector and stands at 2000 meters above sea level. It faces the 8 Virunga Mountains when you are within Bwindi National Park and also comes with eight cottages, lounge, bar, restaurant, reading room and many more.

Gorilla Forest Camp

Gorilla Forest Camp is situated in Buhoma sector to the north of Bwindi where the treks starts from just at the entrance of the park. It features eight chalets which comprises of adequate space, two queen sized beds, comfortable warm beds and huge bath hub overlooking the park. It has the lounge, camp fire place, dining area with silver service, small spa and bar.

Gorilla Safari Lodge

This features eight cottages offering en suite with hot and cold running water along the flush toilets, solar lights, fire place and private veranda, restaurant, bar and many others.

Mahogany Springs Camp

This features super and presidential suites with twin, double and triple, luxurious double doors and windows, private terrace overlooking its surrounding, advanced mosquito net;

Volcanoes Safaris Bwindi Lodge

This lodge is located in the north and comes with 8 bandas and stunning views of the forest canopy and has private terrace and en suite bathrooms.

Budget safari lodges in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

For budget travelers, they can stay in;

Broadbill Forest Camp

This lodge is situated within Ruhija area, east of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and ideal for visitors who wish to track gorilla groups like the Oruzogo, Kyaguriro and Bitukura. It has four tents with self contained wash rooms and offers twin, double and single bed arrangement, bar and restaurant.

Buhoma Community Rest Camp

It comes with six en suite safari tents, 3 en suite cottages, six bed dormitory, two non self contained twin cottage bandas and campsite.

Other budget lodges in Bwindi National Park include Bwindi View Bandas, Gift of Nature Lodge, Nshongi Camp, Nshongi Gorilla Resort, Ruhija Community Rest Camp, and Eco Safari Camp.

Visit Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for more information on where to stay in the park.

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

The notable safari lodges in Mgahinga National Park include;

Mount Gahinga Lodge (Luxury)

Mount Gahinga Lodge lies at the Mgahinga National Park entrance offering an ideal ground for you to track mountain gorillas and golden monkeys and also engage in breathtaking volcano hiking. It features open fireplace, bar, restaurant, Laundry service, outdoor sitting space for birders and wild plants, solar power and sun room overlooking the volcanoes.

Amajambere Iwacu Community Camp (Budget)

This camp is situated near Mgahinga National Park entrance and it is about 12 kilometers from Kisoro district and 505 kilometers from Kampala. It offers stunning views of the 8 Virunga Massifs especially the Gahinga, Sabyinyo and Muhabura. It features five bandas at the camp and two of them are dormitories.

Mucha Hotel Kisoro (Mid range)

This is situated on the banks of River Mucha with amazing views of the banana trees and other flora. It is six kilometers from Kisoro town and spectacular views of volcanoes and River Mucha. It features 10 en suite bed rooms, with single, double and twin bed. It has restaurant, bar, garden area, lounge and may other facilities.

Visit Mgahinga National Park for more information on where to stay.

Where to stay in Kidepo Valley National Park

The notable safari lodges for visitor stay in Kidepo Valley National Park include; Apoka Safari Lodge (Luxury) which features as the best safari lodge in Kidepo National Park and Uganda at large, Apoka Rest Camp, this comes with 16 self contained chalets, 14 bandas with two beds, Nga’ Moru Wilderness Camp this is situated at the border of Kidepo National Park.

Murchison Falls National Park

The park is known for wildlife game safaris.  This park features as the largest in the entire Uganda and the notable safari lodges for you to spend night over include;

Nile Safari Lodge (Luxury)

This lodge is situated in the southern part of the park and comes with 10 private chalets offering occupancy of about 20 people.

Paraa Safari Lodge (Luxury)

It is positioned on the banks of the River Nile, Northern part of Murchison Falls National Park. It offers comfort, relaxation, quality and adventure with each room giving that privacy any traveler deserves with private balcony and en-suit wash room. There are about 54 rooms in this lodge that range from standard, queen’s cottage, the suites and safari tents.

Baker’s Lodge (Luxury)

This is a newly established luxury facility in the park which comes with spectacular views of the Mighty River Nile on the southern part. It was named after Sir Samuel Baker famous English explorer who discovered the Murchison falls.

Chobe Safari Lodge (Up-market)

The lodge is situated in the northern bank of River Nile and it is a 4 star lodge offering over 36 guest rooms, 21 luxurious tents, and four suites together with a presidential cottage.

Murchison River Lodge

Murchison River Lodge (Mid range) is situated in the southern bank of the mighty River Nile.

Bwana Tembo Safari Camp (Mid range)

This is owned by an Italian family that came to Uganda in 1986. It is located about 10 kilometers from the Tangi to the Murchison Falls National Park.

Fort Murchison (Mid range)

It is positioned on the bank of Albertine Nile to the North of Murchison Falls National Park and this is perfect for mid range visitors or budget travelers. It is close to Aswa Lolim game reserve

Sambiya River Lodge (Mid range)

The lodge is situated about 20 minutes’ drive to the top of the Murchison Falls. It comes with 26 double rooms crafted as individuals and family thatched cottages with en-suite and fans.

Pakuba Safari Lodge (Mid range)

This lodging facility is located in the northern part of the Murchison Falls National Park and ideal for mid ranger or budget travelers. It is strategically located as it comes with spectacular views of various wildlife species.

Red Chilli Rest Camp is found on the southern side of the park and very near to Paraa jetty where the ferry crossing to the northern side and the departure point for boat cruises both upstream and downstream the River Nile.

The Heritage Safari Lodge which is found outside the northern boundary of Murchison Falls National Park near Tangi gate offering comfortable and pocket friendly accommodation. This comes with the local Acholi cultural architecture and the cottages are step thatched. It offers views of the vast savanna towards the shores of the Albert Nile

Bomu Women Group Bandas (Budget), if you are a budget traveler this is the ideal place for you. These bandas are located about 13 miles from Masindi town along the southern border of Murchison Falls National Park near Kichumbanyobo gate.

Lake Mburo National Park

Mantana Tented Camp (Luxury)

This is an up market accommodation in Lake Mburo National Park and it is situated on Rwamahungu hill at the border of the park. It offers nine tents with wooden platforms, dressing room, private veranda, double or twin bed rooms, hot water, en suite bush shower and toilet, solar, bedding and linen while the camp facilities include bar, lush sitting room and dinning area

Mihingo Safari Lodge (Up-market)

This is found on the southern boundary of Lake Mburo National Park. It is situated on rock kopje and overlooking the vast savanna grassland of the park. It comes in 12 luxury tented rooms that are crafted to provide visitors privacy and conducive atmosphere. Its tent comes with en suite bathrooms, cold and hot running water, flushing toilets and showers.

Arcadia Cottages Mburo (Mid range

This lodge offers mid range or budget travelers to Lake Mburo National Park. It lies around the tropical garden near Lake Mburo shores and about 2 kilometers from the Rwonyo park headquarters. It comes with 8 self contained cottages with restaurant, bar, Wi-Fi, lush gardens, open fire pit and valley ball coat.

Mburo Safari Lodge (Mid range)

This is another exceptional mid range accommodation facility at the border of Lake Mburo National Park that comes with ten luxury cottages, one honey moon cottage, two family cottage and space for camping.

Rwakobo Rock (Mid range)

This is found on granite rock outside Lake Mburo National Park offering mid range accommodation for mid range travelers on safari in Uganda. It is situated one kilometer from Nshara gate, offering thatched cottages with solar lights, flush toilets, solar heated showers and filtered drinking water.

Eagle’s Nest Mburo (Budget)

For visitors who desire budget accommodations Eagle’s Nest Mburo should be a must for you to stay in. Each of safari tents offers private verandah that overlooks Lake Mburo National Park. There are 12 safari tents with private veranda overlooking the park the Lake Mburo National Park with each room fearing 2 distinct beds and décor.

Rwonyo Rest Camp (Budget)

This is situated to Rwonyo Tourist Centre just within Lake Mburo National Park. The camp is managed by Uganda Wildlife Authority and comes with bandas and tented rooms.

Conservation Education Centre (Sanga)-Budget

This is situated at the boundaries of Lake Mburo National Park about one kilometer from the Sanga gate. This is best for students and researchers but also good for workshops, seminars, community meetings with capacity of about 40.

Semuliki National Park

The notable safari lodges for visitor stay in Semuliki National Park include;

Semuliki Safari Lodge, Ntoroko Game Lodge (Luxury) and this is situated on the shores of Lake Albert to the west of Uganda. Kirimia Guesthouse (Budget), this is a budget facility about 100 meters from the Kirimia trail head. It offers a chance for visitors to sight birds, black and white colobus monkeys, and chimpanzees.

National Park Bandas and campsite

This also features the Uganda Wildlife Authority bandas and campsite at Bumaga that is nearly 2 and half kilometers from the Sempaya the starting station for a range of explorations into the Semuliki National Park.

Kibale Forest National Park

While on safari in Kibale National Park, you can spend a night at the following safari lodges;

Primate Lodge (Luxury)

This is situated near Kanyanchu visitor center for Kibale National Park. It is located inside the park and features the best place for primate walks.

Ndali Lodge (Up market)

This is a five hours’ drive from Kampala and after 300 kilometers to Fort Portal, the guests follow other 11 kilometers towards Kibale National Park. You turn to your right at Kisisi and drive for 12 kilometers to the junction with Ndali Lodge sign post to the left.

Kyaninga Lodge (Luxury)

This Lodge is situated in the backdrop of the Rwenzori Mountains on the rim of Lake Kyaninga which is one of the spectacular Craters Lakes in the area.

Crater Safari Lodge (Luxury)

This is situated at the boundary of Kibale National Park where chimpanzee adventures are carried out. It lies on the rim of Nyinabulitwa Crater Lake providing spectacular scenic views to tourists.

Papaya Lake Lodge (Luxury)

This lodge is situated about 350 kilometers from the city center on the boundary of Kibale National Park in the Ndali Kasenda Crater Field. It lies within a 20 extinct volcanic crater fields which offer range of Lakes with rare shapes, colors and size. The lodge also allows visitors to catch a glimpse of the Rwenzori Mountains of Moon.

Chimpanzee Forest Guesthouse (Mid range)

For visitors looking for the best mid range lodges to stay in Kibale National Park, Chimpanzee Forest Guesthouse should be your choice. It lies along the Kamwenge road, 23 kilometers from Fort Portal town in stunning Isunga tea plantation on high elevation offering spectacular views of the Kibale jungle.

Chimps Nest (Mid range)

This is situated at the boundary of the park and offers stunning views of the forest and the Rwenzori Mountains.

Kibale Forest Camp (Mid range)

This features about 10 safari tents and lies within the stunning forest and mainly ideal for the budget travelers.

There are other places for you to stay while in Fort Portal and they include the Mountains of the Moon Hotel (Mid range), Rwenzori View Guesthouse (Budget) and Nyinabulitwa Country Resort and Safari Camp (Budget).

Mount Elgon National Park

While on Uganda safari to Mount Elgon National Park, you can choose to stay in;

Masha Hotel (Mid range)

This is situated in Kapchorwa side about one kilometer from Kapchorwa town to the Sipi area. It has 23 rooms both single and double.

Noah’s Ark Hotel (Mid range)

This is found on Mount Elgon slopes and offers al types of accommodation right from Luxury tom mid range. It has 3 branches with the capacity of over 100 people.

The Sipi Falls Resort (Mid range)

For adventure safaris to Sipi area, this is the best place for you to stay. It is situated about 100 meters from Mbale-Kapchorwa.

Kapkwai Forest Cottages (Budget)

This lodge is located about 2050 meters at the entrance of the Mount Elgon National Park and it is mainly used as a student center.

Rose’s Last Chance (Budget)

This is strategically located near Mount Elgon National Park information center at 1250 meters above sea level.

In Mbale town, you can spend a night at Mbale Resort Hotel (Luxury). Other accommodation facilities include the Moses Campsite (Budget) and Suam Guesthouse (Budget).

Queen Elizabeth National Park

While on safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park, visitors can stay in;

Mweya Safari Lodge (Luxury), this offers bed rooms and swimming pool, Jacana Safari Lodge which offers luxurious lodging services, Kitandara Hippo Hill Camp and it is built within the buffer zone of Queen Elizabeth National Park, Ishasha Wilderness Camp which is situated in the southern area of the park, Mweya Hostel for basic travelers, Ihamba Safari Lodge which comes with stones and thatched cottages, Kingfisher Lodge Kicwamba it is a temperate lodge in the park and Simba Safari Camp for budget travelers on safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Rwenzori Mountains National Park

For adventure traveler on safari to Rwenzori National Park, they can stay in;

Tours Holiday Inn (Ibanda) which takes about 40 visitors and it comes with self contained rooms and extension structure; Ruboni Community Camp which features as the oldest facility in Nyakalengija and it next to the Rwenzori Park gate, Equator Snow Lodge, Mihunga Safari Lodge which comes with 5 self contained wooden cottages, The Rwenzori Turaco View Campsite-this comes with bar, restaurant, 3 rooms in bandas and the campsite.

In conclusion, when it comes to lodging and accommodation facilities in Uganda, visitors have not to worry about where to stay while on their safaris. There are many safari lodges in and around most of the protected areas where safaris in Uganda are largely conducted. They range from budget, midrange to luxury and you won’t fail to make a choice.

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